Traveling from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Pereira and Lima are both in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your PEI to LIM flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Lima (and then discovering more of Peru!) is a snap with JetSMART. This popular airline offers direct flights from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with JetSMART on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PEI and LIM include:
El Dorado International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Matecana International Airport (PEI) to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight is $191. A round-trip fare is currently $318. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from PEI to LIM by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Finding cheap flights from PEI to LIM is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Matecana International Airport (PEI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Matecana International Airport, data shows 61.6% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Matecana International Airport from central Pereira, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 6 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near PEI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
If you're coming in on a late Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near LIM:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Jorge Chavez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Budget and discover more of Lima and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Jorge Chavez International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) to central Lima
Jorge Chavez International Airport to the center of Lima has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM)
The quietest month for a flight from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Lima based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Lima is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Matecana International Airport to Jorge Chavez International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEI to LIM in August. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Peru
Callao is just one of the many places in Peru waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Lima. Around 11 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Temático Marina de Guerra Del Peru Park, Los Jazmines Park and Monumento a Santa Rosa de Lima.
Trujillo is another must-experience destination in Peru and is around 483 kilometers north-west of Lima. No trip is complete without dropping by Portada Moche. Santa Rosa. Entrada Huaca del sol. Huaco Fertilidad. Parque temático Moche, Plaza de Armas El Milagro and Plaza de Armas de Trujillo.